How Plug-in Hybrids Save Money

Plug-in hybrids reduce fuel costs by

Using high-capacity batteries that allow them to operate on electricity from the outlet for significant distances—operating on electricity typically costs less than half as much as operating on gasoline

Using a larger electric motor that typically allows the vehicle to use electricity at higher speeds than regular hybrids

Using regenerative braking to recover energy typically wasted when you apply the brakes

Plug-in hybrid designs differ, and your driving habits, especially the distance you drive between re-charging, can have a big effect on your fuel bill. My Plug-in Hybrid Calculator estimates gasoline and electricity costs for any available plug-in hybrid using your driving habits and fuel costs.

View the video below to learn more about how plug-in hybrids save money.